The Donald A. Strauss Scholarship
University of California, Berkeley
Award: $7,000–$15,000
To provide scholarships to UC-Berkley students. Qualifications: Applicant must be a full-time sophomore or junior; have a GPA in the upper third of class; have outstanding leadership potential; have completed at least one year of college and will not graduate before June next year; have a desire to make a difference in local, regional, national, or international communities. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the public service project proposal is a major focus; demonstrated interest in public service; outstanding leadership potential. How to apply: Applicants must submit application form; should include application summary; resume (one page) that includes current and past public service; personal essay (one page); project proposal (4 pages, including budget and timeline); two letters of recommendation; acceptance agreement; transcript (unofficial or photocopy are acceptable). Focus: Public service.
Eligibility
- Minimum GPA: 3.0